Director, Head Of Accounting

Manulife Financial Inc

Tokyo, Japan
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Jgaap and ifrs financial statements
People management of 15 members
Accounting and ledger issue solving
** Manulife Financial is seeking a Director, Head of Accounting, located in Tokyo, Japan, to lead the Accounting and Control group. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience, preferably in life insurance, along with strong leadership and communication skills, and fluency in both Japanese and English. **

Job Summary

  • This position is to lead the Accounting and Control group with around 15 members and report to Controller (AVP).
  • This team plays a major role in ledger close and prepare financial statements for both JGAAP and IFRS basis while assuring our practice to be in compliance of related laws and accounting standards.
  • We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

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** Manulife Financial is seeking a Director, Head of Accounting, located in Tokyo, Japan, to lead the Accounting and Control group. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience, preferably in life insurance, along with strong leadership and communication skills, and fluency in both Japanese and English. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • JGAAP and IFRS financial statements
  • People management of 15 members
  • Accounting and ledger issue solving
  • Coordination for financial audit
  • Proactive approach to improvement

Nice-to-have

  • Life insurance accounting experience
  • High level of readiness to changes
  • Inclusion and well-being support

Key Requirements

  • University degree
  • 7 years or longer experience in accounting
  • Proven leadership skills
  • High proficiency in Japanese and English

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